Đề thi học kì 2 môn Tiếng Anh 9 i-Learn Smart World - số 3

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Listen to Mark's sharings then choose the correct answer.

What time does Mark typically leave his house for work?

  • At 6:00 a.m.
  • At 6:30 a.m.
  • At 6:45 a.m.

What benefit does Mark mention about his current commute?

  • It's cheaper than other options.
  • He can enjoy the city views while traveling.
  • It takes longer but is more comfortable.

How did Mark feel about his commute before the sky train?

  • tired
  • angry
  • disappointed

What does Mark suggest doing to make the city more liveable?

  • Organizing more street festivals and events
  • Growing more trees and flowers by the roadside
  • Creating more parking lots for cars

Who is suggested to change their travel time?

  • Street cleaners and office workers
  • Students and office staff
  • Street vendors and students

Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.

  • divorced

  • monitored

  • maintained

  • belonged

Choose the word whose bold part is pronounced differently from the others.

  • organ

  • ranger

  • giraffe

  • general

Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.

  • obese

  • promote

  • involve

  • homeless

The presentation _____ how technology is changing our daily lives.

  • highlights
  • imagines
  • prevents
  • generates

There is a growing _____ for online learning programs as many want flexible study options. 

  • problem
  • console
  • demand
  • volume

We expect _____ many new technologies in the future.

  • to seeing
  • seeing
  • seen
  • to see

Where _____ before you moved here?

  • did you use to live
  • did you used to live
  • used to live
  • do you use to live

We _____ all yesterday afternoon for the bus to arrive.

  • waited
  • were waiting
  • are waiting
  • have waited

We invited Dr. Smith, _____ is an outstanding specialist in electrical machines, to speak to our students.

  • whose
  • that
  • who
  • whom

Choose the correct answers in the box to complete the conversation. Write only the letter A-E in each blank.

A. But how can parks make the city quieter? Can you explain that?

B. Yes, of course. Therefore, we need to do something to stop it.

C. Trees and plants in parks can clean the air by taking in carbon dioxide.

D. Why? I mean, we already have some small parks downtown.

E. That sounds great. Thank you so much for sharing all these good points. 


Anna: I think our city should build more parks.

Tom:

Anna: But they aren't enough. Bigger parks give people more space to walk, exercise, and spend time with their families. 

Tom: That makes sense. But are there any other reasons why parks are important for the city?

Anna: Yes, of course! This helps people breathe better and keeps the environment healthier. Also, the city can become quieter.

Tom: Oh, I didn’t think about the air quality.

Anna: Well, trees and bushes can block some of the noise from busy streets. Parks create quiet spaces where people can sit, read, or have a peaceful walk.

Tom:

Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each blank.

Trends in Future Careers

Choosing a job is very important for young people, especially technology is changing so fast. Today, even though there are many good jobs in different areas, many students want to choose careers that match the needs of the modern world.

One popular trend is working in technology. Many young people study to become software developers or data analysts. These jobs help create computer programs, apps, and systems people use every day. Technology companies also need people to work in cybersecurity to protect important information. Another growing is healthcare. As people live longer, more doctors, nurses, and medical researchers are needed. These jobs help take care of patients and find new ways to treat diseases. In addition, jobs related artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are becoming more common. Engineers and scientists work to design smart machines that can help people at work and at home.

To , future careers offer many exciting choices. Students should think carefully about their interests and skills. By choosing careers that meet the world’s new demands, they can help build a better future for everyone.

Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful letter.

Hi Lily,

Thank you for sharing your advice on how to prepare for future jobs!

a. I’ll also try to read more books about teamwork and problem-solving to get ready for job interviews.

b. Your idea about learning new computer skills was very helpful - I’ve already started an online course on coding.

c. Oh, I heard that a career fair is happening next weekend. Many companies will be there to meet young people looking for jobs.

d. Would you like to go together? It might be a good chance to learn more about different careers!

e. The tip to improve my communication skills was also great; I joined a speaking club to practice talking with others.

Write to me soon.

Take care,
Emma

  • b-e-a-c-d
  • e-b-c-a-d
  • b-c-a-e-d
  • a-e-c-b-d

Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful letter.

Hi Lily,

I hope you’re doing well! I want to tell you about a problem in my city.

a. Oh, by the way, there’s a meeting at the city hall next week to discuss traffic solutions.

b. I think the city should build more bike lanes and improve public transportation.

c. That way, people can choose other ways to travel, and the traffic may get better.

d. Do you have any other ideas? Maybe your city has faced a similar problem before. I’d love to hear your suggestions.

e. Lately, there has been too much traffic, especially in the morning and evening. Many people drive cars, so the streets are always crowded.

If you have time, we can go together!

Take care,
Emma

  • b-e-a-c-d
  • e-d-a-c-b
  • b-e-d-a-c
  • e-b-c-d-a

Choose the underlined part that needs correction.

He prefers to eating at street food stalls because it’s quick and tasty.

  • to eating
  • at
  • because
  • quick

Choose the underlined part that needs correction. 

Phong Nha is more further from Da Lat than Hue, but there are convenient bus routes available.

  • more
  • from
  • but
  • are

Choose the underlined part that needs correction.

Despite of his lack of experience, he got the job because of his great interview performance.

  • Despite of
  • the
  • because of
  • performance

Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

Emma's laptop is very slow. She can't afford to buy a better one.

  • Emma's laptop is very slow, but she can't afford to buy a better one.
  • Emma's laptop is very slow, so she can't afford to buy a better one.
  • Emma can't afford to buy a better laptop just as hers is very slow.
  • Emma's laptop is very slow, though she can't afford to buy a better one.

Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

The public transportation is so unreliable. Many people are using their own vehicles.

  • Because public transportation is very convenient, people don’t need private cars.
  • Public transportation is always available, but many people prefer using their own vehicles.
  • Public transportation is so bad that a lot of people choose to use private vehicles.
  • It makes private cars more popular than public transportation because of its unreliable schedules.

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

Read the following passage and write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS to answer the questions.

The Future of Entertainment Jobs

The entertainment industry is an important part of the economy in many countries. In the United States, entertainment and media jobs give work to millions of people. Around 5% of all jobs in the country are related to movies, television, music, sports, and online games. In South Korea, the entertainment industry is also very strong. In 2022, the Korean entertainment market was worth about 14 billion USD. More than 600,000 people in Korea work in entertainment and media. Many young people work as singers, dancers, actors, or game developers. Some of the most popular jobs in this field are film directors, actors, musicians, video game designers, and content creators on platforms like YouTube or TikTok. 

In the future, technology will change these jobs. Content creators may use virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) to make more exciting videos where fans feel like they are inside the story. Some jobs, like camera operators or editors, may be replaced by AI tools that can automatically film or edit videos. However, creative skills, good ideas, and personal connection with fans will always be important. Some new jobs will appear, such as virtual event planners or online experience designers. Workers will need to learn new technology skills to stay successful in these changing jobs.

What percentage of jobs in the United States involve entertainment and media?

=> About percent of jobs in the United States involve entertainment and media.

How much was the Korean entertainment market worth in 2022?

=> The Korean entertainment market was worth about in 2022.

How many people work in entertainment and media in South Korea?

=> There are more people. 

Which technologies are possible for content creators to use in the future?

=> Virtual reality and are possible for content creators to use in the future.

Why might AI replace some technical jobs in entertainment?

=> Because AI tools might film and .